By Mike Greenhaus

World Music Features
Beto Hale
Beto Hale is a bilingual singer who composes in both English and Spanish. A onetime magazine editor, he’s both an avid reviewer and an introspective songwriter. A onetime session musician, he’s a guitarist’s guitarist and a road-weathered drummer.
By Mike Greenhaus

World Music Features
Antibalas
Antibalas are Afrobeat’s next generation rather than pioneers, but the group’s message comes from the heart. The collective’s newest release, Security, uses Fela Kuti’s trademark rhythmic hooks, but channels its own voice to deliver a strong State Of The Union.
By Mike Greenhaus